Designing with disabilities in mind

Students in IA 411 Senior Studio explored the Dreyfus University Center to gain an understanding of how people with disabilities maneuver in and interact with a space for their class project designing a 40,000-square foot spa for clients with disabilities. Photo Gallery

“In this project, I wanted my IA senior students to focus on design as a multi-sensory endeavor, on creating spaces for all people, not just people who can see and hear,” says Fernando. “Additionally, I wanted students to dive into what truly inclusive design is about–that designing for everyone is not just an after thought, but a driving force behind every aspect of their design.”

“The beauty of inclusive design is that it works for everyone, not just a limited proportion of people, while creating interesting, sensory rich, wholesome built environments for all.”